This is the contact page for the Japan Alliance of Responsible Travel Agencies (JARTA). Please select the relevant category below for your inquiry.
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Inquiries Regarding JARTA and Sustainable Tourism
The Japan Alliance of Responsible Travel Agencies (JARTA) promotes the spread and practice of sustainable tourism under the philosophy of "Bringing tourism that benefits both travelers and local communities to the world."
JARTA supports the promotion of international certification programs such as Green Key, Travelife, and Blue Flag, and engages in sustainable tourism training, the promotion of "Touristship," lectures, support for local governments, and support for tourism businesses. This form serves as a contact point for general inquiries, consultations, and questions regarding JARTA's activities. Please feel free to contact us regarding certification acquisition, training, lecture requests, collaboration with local governments, and tourism business support.
Green Key Inquiry / Information Session Registration Form
Green Key, operated by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), is a globally recognized eco-label voluntarily applied for and awarded to facilities after a third-party audit. It evaluates and certifies environmental policies and sustainable operations in accommodation facilities such as hotels, ryokans, and campgrounds.
About the Information Session
In this online session, we will explain the overview of Green Key, the process up to certification acquisition, the contents of the certification criteria, fee structures, and operational methods. Anyone interested is welcome to attend, including representatives from accommodation and tourism facilities considering Green Key acquisition, local governments, DMOs, educational and research institutions, and consulting businesses.
Schedule: Generally held once a month, on the 3rd Friday at 11:00 AM. Duration: 30 to 45 minutes (including Q&A). Fee: Free (advance registration required). Connection details will be sent by the day before the session to those who register.
Travelife Inquiry / Information Session Registration Form
Travelife for Tour Operators and Travel Agents is an international certification body headquartered in the Netherlands that assesses the sustainability of tour operators and travel agencies. Developed in cooperation with European and national tour operator associations (such as ABTA in the UK and ANVR in the Netherlands), Travelife provides training, tools, and resources to help tour operators and travel agencies improve the sustainability of their operations.
About the Information Session
In this online session, we will explain the overview of Travelife, the process up to certification acquisition, certification criteria, the use of the online system, and fee structures. Anyone interested is welcome to attend, including representatives from DMCs, travel agencies, and tour operators considering Travelife acquisition, tourism-related operating companies, local governments, DMOs, educational and research institutions, and consulting businesses.
Schedule: Generally held once a month, on the 3rd Friday at 10:30 AM. Duration: 30 to 45 minutes (including Q&A). Fee: Free (advance registration required). Connection details will be sent by the day before the session to those who register.
Blue Flag Inquiry / Information Session Registration Form
Blue Flag is an international environmental certification program operated by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). It targets beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating tourism operators, evaluating them based on strict international criteria regarding water quality, safety, environmental education and information, and environmental management. Blue Flag aims to preserve local natural environments and promote sustainable tourism, and has been adopted by local governments and management organizations worldwide.
About the Information Session
In this online session, we will explain the overview of Blue Flag, the process up to certification acquisition, certification criteria, application procedures, on-site audits, and post-certification management.
Anyone interested is welcome to attend, including local governments, beach managers, authorized managers, tourism associations, DMOs, marina operators, port managers, educational institutions, and research institutions considering Blue Flag acquisition.
Schedule: Generally held once a month, on the 3rd Friday at 1:00 PM. Duration: 30 to 45 minutes (including Q&A). Fee: Free (advance registration required). Connection details will be sent by the day before the session to those who register.
